THINGS TO DO | #COCHRANETOGETHERLOVE | COCHRANE.CA | APR 29-MAY 13 LOCAL BABIES, TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS (ages 0-5) BOOKWORMS AND SONGBIRDS (DROP IN) (zoom password: hN7n35) Join us for a virtual story time followed by fun and interactive songs. This group is open to bookworms and songbirds of all ages! Date
Time
Watch
Wed May 5
10-10:30am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/95228879867
Wed May 12
10-10:30am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/95228879867
PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME (DROP IN) (zoom password: PPV3WW) Tune in on Thursdays for some Storytime fun followed by some songs to get your little ones moving and grooving! Every second week we will be doing a craft to work on fine motor skills.* Date
Time
Watch
*Thu Apr 29
10:30-11am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81660144684
Thu May 6
10:30-11am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81660144684
*Thu May 13
10:30-11am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81660144684
EYE SPY GAME (DROP IN) (zoom password: 2c03sM) Develop your child’s problem solving and communication skills by joining us for a fun eye spy game. We will start with songs and dance and play eye spy! All ages are welcome to join!
Check out the Cochrane Gift Guide for ideas to spark your imagination ADULTS for everybody on your list! Register by noon the day before cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide Look for your copy in the thesession: mail or
it online–at shopcochrane.ca HOMEfind OWNERSHIP CREDIT COUNSELLING SOCIETY Participants will learn about the costs involved in purchasing and maintaining a home. They will also learn what is required to qualify for a mortgage and decide whether renting or owning is better for them. MENTAL HEALTH TIP
Date Timeis connected to Location Our physical health our mental health. Do something with your hands or move your body to feel more balanced physically Thu Apr 29 6-7pm Online link sent to registered email and mentally. DIGITAL SERVICES AT THE CRA A representative from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), will share information and answer questions. Topics include: My Account, My CRA app WE HAVECRA ANapp, APP THAT CANMy HELP! and My Benefits Netfile and Auto-Fill Return, Represent a Client.
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COCHRANE &Time AREA RESOURCES Location & ESSENTIAL SERVICES (CARES)
Date
Wed May 5with services 10am and resources, Online link sent to registered email Connect get assistance and find ways to have fun. Download the app or visit 75 WAYS TO SAVE cares.glideapp.io Participants will gather tips on how to save on various household expenses including utilities, transportation, groceries and personal items. Participants will also be encouraged to share their best practices with each other. Date
Time
Thu May 6
Location
COCHRANE VIRTUAL SHOWS 6-7pm OnlineART link sent to registered email
December featured artist: Foothills Art Club cochrane.ca/ArtShow
Date
Time
Watch
Tue May 4
2-2:30pm
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/95023546641
MENTAL HEALTH TIP
Tue May 11
2-2:30pm
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/95023546641
cochrane.ca/ChristmasArtWalk Nourishing your mind and body with healthy food you cooked yourself can be very rewarding. Check your cookbooks or Pinterest for recipes or ask friends and family for suggestions.
STROLLER ROLLERS (REGISTERED) Join other parents for a morning of movement and social connection at Riverfront Park! A family support worker will be available to answer any questions you may have about child development and local community resources. Registration is required. Date
Time
Location
Fri May 7
10-11am
Riverfront Park
Fri May 21
10-11am
Riverfront Park
PARENT EDUCATION AND SUPPORT Register by noon the day before the session: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide CIRCLE OF SECURITY (REGISTERED) The Circle of Security Parenting™ program is an 8 week session that is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened. Suitable for parents with children ages 0-6. Date
Time
Location
Wed May 5-Jun 23
1:30-3pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
COCHRANE PRENATAL HEALTH GROUP (REGISTERED) You can meet with an Alberta Health Services childbirth educator and connect with other parents on the topics of pregnancy, nutrition, labour and birth, breastfeeding and feeding your baby, infant sleep, newborn care transition to parenthood and early parenting. Date
Time
Location
Thu May 13
9:30-11am
Zoom link sent to registered email
RAISING RESILIENT CHILDREN (REGISTERED) Get the strategies that will allow your child to recognize positive and negative emotions and deal with them in a healthy way. For caregivers with children ages 2-12. Date
Time
Watch
Fri May 14
1:30-3pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
Virtual Christmas ArtWalk
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OLDER ADULTS FREE HOME-BASED SESSIONS FOR 50+ ADULTS Join us for online sessions you can do at home. We’ll help you get started once you register — all you need is a computer or smart phone with an internet connection and sound. Must register: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide ZUMBA GOLD WITH ALISON: FREE Zumba Gold has pacing to suit the needs of active older adults, with zesty music and easy-to-follow moves! Can be modified to be done from a chair. Date
Time
Watch
Thu Apr 29
10:30-11:30am
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GENTLE YOGA WITH JILL NOVAK: FREE Gentle, methodical movements designed to enhance flexibility, strength and balance through safe, softer stretches. Sturdy chair required. Date
Time
Watch
Tue May 4
10:30-11:30am
Zoom link sent to registered email
Tue May 11
10:30-11:30am
Zoom link sent to registered email
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LIBRARY CLOSED TO PUBLIC; CURBSIDE SERVICE STILL AVAILABLE As of April 7, the library is once again closed to the public under the Step 1 restrictions. Curbside services is still available for all your library needs! Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. CRICUT MACHINES, GHOST HUNTING KIT, PET LIFEJACKETS, LEGO MINDSTORMS, AVAILABLE NOW There’s so many things to check out at the Library! And we’re always adding more so keep your eyes open on our social media channels to find out what you can check out for FREE with your library card! All Library of Things items available through curbside service. ONLINE CHAT NOW AVAILABLE Need help finding your next great read? Want to know more about our eResources? Need to know how to access your account? You can now chat with library staff, live! Simply go to our website and click the chat icon in the bottom right hand corner of the screen.
These sessions are all about helping you thrive. We will focus on education, workshops, community resources and wellness support. LIVING STRONG WORKSHOPS Living Strong workshops are all about supporting you to explore various components of wellbeing. Free booklets for this program can be picked up from Cochrane FCSS. To register call 1-888-423-9666 or visit acaging.ca/calendar MENTAL WELLBEING Date
Time
Watch
Wed May 5
2-3pm
Online link sent to registered email
LIVING SAFELY Date
Time
Watch
Wed May 12
2-3pm
Online link sent to registered email
ALZHEIMER SOCIETY WORKSHOPS Join the Alzheimer Society of Calgary for free online dementia-specific learning and tips for caregivers. Each session includes Q&A. Register at alzheimercalgary.ca/learn/attend-a-session or by calling 403-290-0110. STRATEGIES FOR SELF-CARE Caregiving can present challenges, especially during this time. Learn helpful strategies for self care while caring for your loved one. Date
Time
Watch
Wed May 5
10-11:30am
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SPECIFIC BEHAVIOURS – BATHING AND SUNDOWNING This session explores these two common behaviour changes associated with dementia and helpful strategies. Date
Time
Watch
Thu May 13
6-7:30pm
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NEED HELP? SOCIAL SUPPORT AGENCIES IN COCHRANE AND AREA ARE HERE FOR YOU
FOOD: Cochrane Activettes Food Bank Iyahrhe Nakoda Food Bank Veterans Food Bank (food and other resources)
403-851-2250 403-881-2766 403-975-9676
SUPPORT LINES: Cochrane Family and Community Support Service (FCSS) Cochrane & Area Victim Services Cochrane Family Resource Network Distress Centre Crisis Support (24hr)
403-851-2250 403-851-8055 403-851-2265 403-266-4357
Hope for Wellness Help Line Indigenous Crisis Support (24hr) Helping Hands Kids Help Phone (24hr) Access Mental Health - Alberta Health Services Big Hill Haven – Domestic Violence Support
1-855-242-3310 587-580-9448 1-800-668-6868 1-844-943-1500 403-796-6564
Boys and Girls Club of Cochrane and Area Youth Support - Ages 12-22 Turning Point Stoney Health Services Stoney Tribal Security RCMP Non-Emergency
403-618-3149 403-881-2877 403-881-2791 403-932-2211
FINANCIAL SUPPORT: Government of Canada Income Support
1-833-966-2099
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